Water Quality in Opelousas, LA
19 water systems serving 37,973 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Opelousas water systems is 0.8 ppb (Very low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 482 |
| Health-based violations | 156 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Opelousas
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Opelousas tap water safe to drink?
Opelousas tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Opelousas, Louisiana?
Opelousas has 19 public water systems serving approximately 37,973 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 0.8 ppb. There are 482 total violations on record.
Does Opelousas have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 0.8 ppb across Opelousas's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Opelousas?
19 public water systems are registered in Opelousas, Louisiana with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 37,973 people.